Keith Breslauer, founder and managing director of Patron Capital, joins host Raphael Sidelsky to discuss the evolution of Patron into a leading pan-European private equity real estate platform. He shares how the firm built its value-add and opportunistic strategy across Western Europe, expanded into mezzanine credit and separate accounts, and partnered with Mitsubishi Estate to scale the platform. Keith also discusses the importance of governance, disciplined leverage, and local operating expertise, as well as Patron’s charitable housing initiative supporting women and families affected by domestic abuse. The conversation also explores ESG, mid-market opportunities across Europe, and the leadership values that shape Patron’s culture and long-term vision.

00:00 – Introduction

00:35 – Meet Keith Breslauer

03:11 – From Capital Markets to Real Estate

06:58 – Building Patron Capital & Investor Trust

14:35 – Patron’s Business Lines & Investment Strategy

18:44 – Investing Across Europe vs. the U.S.

23:37 – ESG, Student Housing & Office Opportunities

27:48 – Culture, Ethics & Leadership Principles

36:00 – Personal Motivation & Teaching

38:40 – Advice for Young Real Estate Professionals

41:48 – Future of Real Estate & AI Impact

45:00 – Patron Capital Legacy & Philanthropy

47:00 – Personal Philosophy & Gratitude

49:00 – Closing Remarks